Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater(
Visual
)36
editions published
between
1973
and
2012
in
English
and held by
1,228 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
In this two-part program, members of Ailey's dance company celebrate his memory by performing three works choreographed by Ailey himself, as well as a special ballet tribute choreographed by Ulysses Dove. Includes biography of Alvin Ailey

Beyond the steps Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater(
Visual
)2
editions published
between
2006
and
2007
in
English
and held by
455 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
"Follows the extraordinary dancers and renowned choreographers of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater as they do everything it takes to keep modern dance fresh and a legacy alive"--Container

Ailey spirit : the journey of an American dance company by Robert Tracy(
Book
)2
editions published
in
2004
in
English
and held by
414 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
Over the course of 45 years, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has evolved from a small group of young, African-American dancers traveling the country in a station wagon to what is widely considered the premier modern dance company in the world. Today, the Ailey is also a national cultural institution, comprising two performing companies; an accredited school with classes for children, pre-professional students and dance enthusiasts; and community outreach programs. Ailey Spirit pauses to reflect on the company's incredible journey as it nears its midcentury mark. An eye-opening array of photographs from the best dance photographers illuminates the performances and artistic creations of every decade; the dancers and choreographers; the travels and challenges; and the creation of new work. The insightful text draws on previously unpublished interviews with more than 50 key individuals. Ailey Spirit offers readers a vision of the energy that infuses every season; the commitment to artistic excellence and education; and the artists through whom the Ailey legacy continues to evolve in a new century.--Publisher description

Never stand still(
Visual
)1
edition published
in
2012
in
English
and held by
338 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
Legendary dancers and choreographers Merce Cunningham, Paul Taylor, Suzanne Farrell, Mark Morris, Judith Jamison, and Bill Irwin appear alongside new innovators to reveal the passion, discipline, and daring of the world of dance. Featured are amazing performances by world-renowned dancers interwoven with intimate interviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and rare archival footage

Dance Black America(
Visual
)3
editions published
between
1990
and
2006
in
English
and held by
314 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
Documents a four-day festival of dancers and dance companies held at the Brooklyn Academy of Music

Ailey dances by Alvin Ailey(
Visual
)6
editions published
between
1982
and
2014
in
English
and held by
297 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
A ballet performance by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and other musical performances

An evening with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater by Alvin Ailey(
Visual
)6
editions published
between
1986
and
2001
in
English
and held by
242 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
Presents two modern dance performances by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: Judith Jamison's Divining, a piece, set to rhythmic drum music, evoking African tribal ritual; and Alvin Ailey's Revelations, which expresses the choreographer's feelings for his roots in the South

Free to dance(
Visual
)1
edition published
in
2005
in
English
and held by
76 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
The history of African American dance; emphasizes the role that African-American choreographers and dancers have played in the development of modern dance as an American form of art. Featuring the African American Dance Ensemble and other Black dance groups

Memoria(
Visual
)3
editions published
in
1990
in
English
and held by
69 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
For the American dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey (1931-1989) dance is an international art which discloses itself to all people because it doesn't require any spoken language. Everywhere that the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre appeared, the audiences greeted the harmonic beauty, the dynamic movements, and the dance-like expression of the soloists with great enthusiasm. Ailey choreographed 79 ballets and developed his own style using modern dance, jazz and classical ballet. His pieces relate amusing and earnest stories of the black inhabitants of North America. His choreographs are an expression of their deep faith as well as their grace, their sorrow and their joy of living. And of course they have a special energy and sensuality because Ailey mainly choreographed his pieces to "black" music by using elements of blues, spirituals, jazz, and soul

For Bird with love(
Visual
)3
editions published
between
1990
and
2010
in
English
and held by
67 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
For the American dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey (1931 -1989) dance is an international art which discloses itself to all people because it doesn't require any spoken language. Everywhere that the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre appeared, the audiences greeted the harmonic beauty, the dynamic movements, and the dance-like expression of the soloists with great enthusiasm. Ailey choreographed 79 ballets and developed his own style using modern dance, jazz and classical ballet. His pieces relate amusing and earnest stories of the black inhabitants of North America. His choreographs are an expression of their deep faith as well as their grace, their sorrow and their joy of living. And of course they have a special energy and sensuality because Ailey mainly choreographed his pieces to "black" music by using elements of blues, spirituals, jazz, and soul

Fontessa and friends(
Visual
)2
editions published
in
1984
in
English
and held by
66 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
Filmed for PBS' Great Performances at a three-day festival at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) celebrating black dance. Narrated by Geoffrey Holder, Dance Black America brings to the screen the best of black dance through the years, both concert dance by leading black choreographers, and the street and social dance that trace their roots to Africa

Witness(
Visual
)3
editions published
in
1990
in
English
and held by
65 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
For the American dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey (1931-1989) dance is an international art which discloses itself to all people because it doesn't require any spoken language. Everywhere that the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater appeared, the audiences greeted the harmonic beauty, the dynamic movements and the dance-like expression of the soloists with great enthusiasm. Ailey choreographed 79 ballets and developed his own style using modern dance, jazz and classical ballet. His pieces relate amusing and earnest stories of the black inhabitants of North America. His choreographs are an expression of their deep faith as well as their grace, their sorrow and their joy of living. And of course they have a special energy and sensuality because Ailey mainly choreographed his pieces to 'black' music by using elements of blues, spirituals, jazz, and soul

Episodes(
Visual
)2
editions published
in
1990
in
English
and held by
65 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
For the American dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey (1931-1989) dance is an international art which discloses itself to all people because it doesn't require any spoken language. Everywhere that the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre appeared, the audiences greeted the harmonic beauty, the dynamic movements, and the dance-like expression of the soloists with great enthusiasm. Ailey choreographed 79 ballets and developed his own style using modern dance, jazz, and classical ballet. His pieces relate amusing and earnest stories of the black inhabitants of North America. His choreographs are an expression of their deep faith as well as their grace, their sorrow and their joy of living. And of course they have a special energy and sensuality because Ailey mainly choreographed his pieces to "black" music by using elements of blues, spirituals, jazz, and soul

A tribute to Alvin Ailey by Thomas Grimm(
Visual
)11
editions published
between
1990
and
2002
in
3
languages
and held by
58 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
Members of Alvin Ailey's dance company celebrate his memory by performing three works choreographed by Ailey himself, as well as a special ballet tribute choreographed by Ulysses Dove

A hymn for Alvin Ailey based on the ballet "Hymn"(
Visual
)4
editions published
between
1999
and
2010
in
English
and held by
40 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
"Featuring the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, this one hour special incorporates archival footage and interviews with friends and family to tell the story of a man who transformed the experience of his life and his culture to become a trailblazer of American modern dance."--Container

An evening with Alvin Ailey(
Visual
)1
edition published
in
1986
in
English
and held by
37 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
Four short compositions performed by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, with an introduction by Alvin Ailey

Carmen & Geoffrey(
Visual
)1
edition published
in
2006
in
English
and held by
31 WorldCat member
libraries
worldwide
An intimate and revealing documentary that follows the careers of Carmen de Lavallade, a dynamic dancer and choreographer from California, and her husband Geoffrey Holder, an actor, dancer, choreographer, and theater director. Filmed in the United States, Trinidad, and Paris, and featuring interviews and dance performances with legends such as Alvin Alley, Herbert Ross, Lester Horton, Joe Layton, Duke Ellington, and Josephine Baker